Tag: family meals
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6 Phrases That Will Transform Picky Eating
Get Pregnant Fast When my eldest child was just 18 months old, he suddenly became averse to the meals I prepared. Mealtime turned into a chaotic scene, with him pointing insistently at the snack cabinet. He’d turn his nose up at fruits and vegetables, opting only for meat, cheese, and bread. It was as if…
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Ditch Dinner: 6 Delicious Snack Ideas That Feel Like a Meal
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it: dinner can be a relentless cycle. It seems to roll around nearly every day, and I often find myself staring blankly at the fridge or rummaging through the cupboard, scratching my head as the clock ticks away. The kitchen buzzes with family members popping in and out, stomachs growling,…
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Parents Often Misjudge Their Overweight Children’s Health
Get Pregnant Fast A recent study has revealed a troubling trend: many parents are unaware of their children’s weight issues. The research, often referred to as the “Goldilocks question,” asked parents to classify their kids as overweight, underweight, or just right. Shockingly, nearly 95 percent of parents with overweight children considered them to be “just…
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Why You Should Snack Before Grocery Shopping
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face it: life gets hectic. As a parent, juggling mealtime for your kids can be a challenge in itself, let alone carving out a moment to nourish yourself. There are days when you might find yourself so absorbed in feeding your little ones that you completely forget to eat. Sound familiar?…
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Dear Kids: The Kitchen Is Closed
Menu Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Linda Thompson Oct. 9, 2023 At around three years old, both of my children entered a phase that drove me absolutely bonkers. They decided to refuse meals throughout the day, only to demand food late into the night, which ultimately led me to declare that the kitchen was officially…
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Navigating the Culinary World of Picky Eaters
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent of a selective eater, I’ve come to accept that kids have their own unique approach to mealtime. No amount of pleading, coaxing, or even bribery can change their food preferences. Picky eaters have a set of unyielding rules that govern their dining decisions. Understanding these guidelines is essential because…
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The Most Frustrating Parenting Advice: ‘They’ll Eat When They’re Hungry’
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a challenging journey, especially when it comes to mealtime. Every parent knows the struggle of dealing with picky eaters; one day, they love broccoli, and the next, it’s a complete no-go. While it’s important to ensure our little ones are well-fed, celebrity chef Jamie Hart recently stirred the pot…
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Keep the Kale and Pass the Cake, Please
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is filled with a long list of shoulds. I should spend more time reading with my kids, limit their screen time, practice math facts regularly, clean the bathrooms more often, and even take better care of my eyebrows. The top of that list? Eating healthier. My pantry should be stocked with…
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Thanksgiving, Thanks to Your Generosity
Get Pregnant Fast Because of your incredible support, 401 families who may have missed out on Thanksgiving dinner will now be able to gather around a table filled with warmth and love. They will feel the kindness of strangers—your kindness! “Words can’t express my gratitude. When I look in my fully stocked fridge, I will…
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Uncle Joe, The Pizza Guy: A Slice of Parenting Reality
Get Pregnant Fast Now, let’s be honest. We all have those days when cooking feels like climbing a mountain. The thought of preparing a multi-course meal can be overwhelming, especially when the little ones are demanding your attention. That’s when Uncle Joe becomes our unsung hero. His variety of toppings and crust options cater to…